Job Details

Move north for progression, not pressure.

This is a genuine opportunity for a South Island–based senior lawyer (8+ PQE) to relocate to Auckland for long-term career growth, leadership, and partnership, while maintaining balance, autonomy, and lifestyle.

Join a well-established Auckland suburban firm offering flexibility, a supportive culture, and a clear succession-driven pathway to partnership.

Why This Role:
If you’re currently practising in a regional or provincial South Island centre and feeling capped in progression, this role offers:

• A clear step into leadership without moving into a CBD firm
• Broader, higher-value client exposure
• Genuine influence over your practice and future
• A sustainable Auckland lifestyle, not long hours or politics

Relocation support is available for the right candidate, with flexibility around timing and transition.

The Role

• Senior lawyer position with real autonomy and leadership scope
• Opportunity to build and lead a sustainable long-term practice
• Trusted adviser to an established, diverse client base
• Active involvement in succession planning and firm strategy
• Mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to firm growth
• Flexible role design aligned to your strengths and goals
• Clear, transparent pathway to partnership

The Work

Depending on your experience, you’ll work across:

• Banking & Finance
• Residential & Commercial Property
• Commercial Leasing
• Business Sales & Purchases
• Asset Protection & Structuring
• Trusts, Wills & Estates
• Succession Planning
• Property Developments & Subdivisions

Clients include franchises, medical centres, international banks, SMEs, and food & beverage businesses.

About You

• NZ-qualified and admitted (current PC or ability to obtain)
• 8+ years’ PQE
• Commercially minded with an understanding that law is a business
• Comfortable with relationship-building and networking
• Collaborative, pragmatic, and entrepreneurial in approach

An existing client base is welcomed but not essential.

Remuneration & Relocation

• Competitive senior salary aligned with experience
• Meaningful partnership upside
• Relocation assistance available for the right candidate
• Flexible working arrangements to support lifestyle and longevity

Partner-Level Interest Welcome The firm is open to confidential conversations with existing South Island partners seeking a succession-aligned move into a collaborative Auckland suburban practice.

This is a confidential opportunity to join a firm that values people, purpose, and long-term potential.

If you’re considering a move north and want your next step to truly count, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or reach out to Jason on 09 969 1028 for a confidential chat.